The Experiences of Childfree and Childless Couples in a Pronatalistic Society: Implications for Family Counselors

作者: Joshua M. Gold

DOI: 10.1177/1066480712468264

关键词: DemographicsPsychotherapistMedicineDevelopmental psychologyComposition (language)

摘要: While childfree and childless couples appear similar in member composition, the issues that each classification of family faces are distinctly different. This article will present literature-based data on demographics, unique strengths, clinical needs system, leading to implications for counselors.

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